Production of Novel Secondary Metabolites from Plants

For centuries, mankind is totally dependent on plants as a source of carbohydrates, proteins and fats for food and shelter. In addition, plants are a valuable source of a wide range of secondary metabolites, which are used as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, flavours, fragrances, colours, biopesticides and food additives. Secondary metabolites are the organic compounds which are not directly involved in the normal growth, development or reproduction of organism, but rather through interaction with their environment, enhance plant prospects of survival.This book gives valuable information on novel secondary metabolites produced by plants and its significance.